Your Ultimate Backyard Bird Watching Destination
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OUR TEAM
Our team of zoologists, wildlife photographers, and bird watching hobbyists is dedicated to helping you learn more about the feathered friends in your backyard.
![Home 1 Liz Ranfeld](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PXL_20210929_223447983.PORTRAIT-768x1024.jpg)
Liz
An independent educator and writer from Indiana. Liz likes spotting hawks, pileated woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and other wild creatures and enjoys hiking, canoeing, and gardening. Read more
![Home 2 Jacob Swanson e1656090773970](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Jacob-Swanson-e1656090773970.jpg)
Jacob
A wildlife photographer whose work has been featured in over a dozen different online and print publications. He’s on a personal quest to visit every U.S. national park and see as many wildlife species as possible. Read more
![Home 3 Sophie Herlihy](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Sophie-Herlihy.jpg)
Sophie
A successful Zookeeper and Conservationist, specializing in native New Zealand species. She loves bird watching in native forests and searching for rare frog species. Read more
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Sydney
Has a degree in Zoology and environmental studies. Her work experience includes time at Columbus Zoo and working abroad in Australia where she has worked with several native and exotic species. Read more
![Home 5 noah](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/noah.png)
Noah
A graduate student pursuing a degree in Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. At LUB he builds models on migration and study’s why birds choose the habitats that they do? Read more
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Jeff
Jeff has an education in biology and environmental sciences. Jeff grew up on a farm in Virginia that was rich with wildlife. It was here he began learning and developing a passion for birds. Read more
![Home 7 Elizabeth Waddington](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Photo-Elizabeth.jpg)
Elizabeth
Sustainability specialist, loves everything nature-related. Elizabeth creates wildlife-wise, eco-friendly designs, and writes about the topics that inspire her! Read more
![Home 8 Stevie Miller](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MillerHeadshot-1024x1024.jpg)
Stevie
A freelance writer with over a decade of experience. Stevie had the opportunity to help the birds directly, working as a paramedic. Now she enjoys frequent time outdoors, traveling extensively to observe the birds and animals. Read more
![Home 9 Charlie](https://wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/writer22-1024x1024.jpg)
Charlie
Charlie has been passionate about birds almost since his very first foot steps outdoors. As a child, he’d read and write about birds obsessively and even began collecting data about different birds’ feeding habits at his bird table while still at elementary school. Read more
BIRDS BY TYPE
Woodpeckers, hawks, and hummingbirds – oh my! If you’re looking for more info about a specific type of bird, this is the place to be.
![Home 10 common grackle](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/common-grackle-1024x684.jpg)
Birdfeeder Bullies: 5 Birds That Will Hijack Your Feeder & What to Do About It
![Home 11 Western Meadowlark](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Western-Meadowlark-1024x738.jpg)
Nature’s Musicians: The Top 7 Melodious Birds to Listen For in Your Backyard
![Home 12 a close up of a bird](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/jakecain7_Black-Capped_Chickadee_that_looks_like_Albert_Einst_304a0ace-d9d0-4b6a-a60a-44fad84c2587_0-1024x574.png)
6 Birds with Astonishing Memory Powers You Won’t Believe
![Home 13 Falcons in Nebraska](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Nebraska-1024x768.jpg)
5 Falcons in Nebraska: Appearance, Habits, and Habitats
![Home 14 Falcons in Mississippi](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Mississippi-1024x732.jpg)
4 Falcons in Mississippi: Fascinating Birds of Prey
![Home 15 Falcons in Iowa](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Iowa-1024x518.jpg)
5 Falcons in Iowa: Stunning Examples of Avian Grace
Birds By State
The birds that visit from state to state can vary wildly based on a number of factors. We’ll help you figure out what birds to watch for in your home state.
![Home 16 Small Birds in Arkansas](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Small-Birds-in-Arkansas-1024x723.jpg)
22 Small Birds in Arkansas: A Guide to Avian Delights
![Home 17 Falcons in Nebraska](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Nebraska-1024x768.jpg)
5 Falcons in Nebraska: Appearance, Habits, and Habitats
![Home 18 Falcons in Mississippi](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Mississippi-1024x732.jpg)
4 Falcons in Mississippi: Fascinating Birds of Prey
![Home 19 Falcons in Iowa](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Falcons-in-Iowa-1024x518.jpg)
5 Falcons in Iowa: Stunning Examples of Avian Grace
![Home 20 Small Birds in Arizona](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Small-Birds-in-Arizona-1024x683.jpeg)
15 Small Birds in Arizona: An Array of Natural Wonders
![Home 21 small birds in California](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/small-birds-in-California-1024x721.jpg)
17 Small Birds in California: Their Habits and Habitats
Birding Tips
From cleaning your bird feeders to deciding what you should (and shouldn’t) feed your backyard visitors, our experts are here to help.
![Home 22 how to attract birds to a window feeder](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-tit-eats-seeds-from-a-window-feeder-1024x752.jpg)
How To Attract Birds to a Window Feeder: Tips and Tricks
![Home 23 sounds to attract birds](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sounds-to-attract-birds-1024x684.jpg)
Best Sounds To Attract Birds: Enhance Your Backyard Birding
![Home 24 shrubs that attract birds](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/shrubs-that-attract-birds-1024x733.jpg)
Top Shrubs That Attract Birds: Enhance Your Garden Wildlife
![Home 25 colors to attract birds](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/colors-to-attract-birds-1024x682.jpg)
Choosing the Best Colors To Attract Birds to Your Garden
![Home 26 how to attract birds to your bird bath](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/how-to-attract-birds-to-your-bird-bath-1024x749.jpg)
How To Attract Birds to Your Bird Bath: A Practical Guide
![Home 27 perennials that attract birds](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/perennials-that-attract-birds-1024x683.jpg)
Perennials That Attract Birds: Avian-Friendly Delights
Birding Gear
Discover the latest and greatest in the world of binoculars, video bird feeders, and other essentials to improve your bird watching experience.
![Home 28 Common Bird Feeder Mistakes](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Common-Bird-Feeder-Mistakes-1024x682.jpg)
7 Mistakes Everyone Makes in Choosing Bird Feeders (and How to Avoid Them)
![Home 29 Zeiss TL Pocket 10x25 Review](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Zeiss-TL-Pocket-10x25-Review-1024x576.jpg)
Zeiss TL Pocket 10×25 Review: Performance and Features
![Home 30 man makes wearable hummingbird feeder](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/man-makes-wearable-hummingbird-feeder--1024x576.jpeg)
Check Out the Man Who Makes Wearable Hummingbird Feeders
![Home 31 Nikon Prostaff vs Monarch](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Nikon-Prostaff-vs-Monarch-1024x684.jpg)
Nikon Prostaff vs Monarch: Which Binoculars Are Best?
![Home 32 Vortex vs Nikon Binoculars](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Vortex-vs-Nikon-Binoculars--1024x682.jpeg)
Vortex vs Nikon Binoculars: Our Brand Comparision Guide
![Home 33 best duck nesting box](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/best-duck-nesting-box-1024x700.jpeg)
The Best Duck Nesting Box + Alternatives (FAQs)
Wingin’ It
An eclectic array of bird-related content, showcasing our feathered friends in all their diverse glory.
![Home 34 Birds Battle Safety Drones on NYC Beaches landscape](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Birds-Battle-Safety-Drones-on-NYC-Beaches-landscape-1024x576.jpg)
Shorebird Showdown: NYC’s Feathered Guardians Battle Beach Patrol Drones
![Home 35 Bird Town Landscape](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Bird-Town-Landscape-1024x576.jpg)
Swissvale’s Transformation: From Vacant Lot to Thriving Bird Sanctuary
![Home 36 dead florida birds](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/dead-florida-birds-1024x576.jpg)
Dead and Dying Birds Flood Florida Beaches Amidst Stormy Weather
![Home 37 Lost bird species landscape](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Lost-bird-species-landscape-1024x576.jpg)
Citizen Scientists Needed! Help Rediscover 126 ‘Lost’ Bird Species
![Home 38 playful owl video react](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/playful-owl-video-react-1024x576.jpeg)
Playful Owl Video: Charming Moments Captured!
![Home 39 fledgling hummingbird and mom video reaction](https://www.wildbirdscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/fledgling-hummingbird-and-mom-video-reaction-1024x576.jpeg)